Facts you should know to prevent explosion and fire from gasoline vapours.

Gasoline can be more dangerous than dynamite because it emits invisible, explosive vapours that ignite easily, even at low temperatures. Vapour from gasoline is also heavier than air and so travels close to the floor where it can easily come into contact with sparks from electric motors, water heaters, furnace motors and switches. Sparks or open flames can ignite vapours a great distance from their source.

By law, gasoline must be stored in safety containers which have been approved by a nationally recognized and certified agency. Approved containers display these labels prominently. However, care must be taken even though these containers are designed to prevent spillage. Minor gasoline spills should be cleaned up immediately.

Anyone using or storing gasoline should keep an appropriate Class B fire extinguisher nearby since it is designed to extinguish gasoline or other flammable liquid fires.

NEVER store gasoline in basements, pits or other confined areas. Gasoline must be stored in areas that are well-ventilated, free from ignition sources and in areas permitted by the National Fire Code of Canada.

NEVER store or transport gasoline in glass, in metal cans with plastic parts or in plastic containers which have not been approved for these uses.

NEVER smoke while you are handling gasoline or other flammable liquids.

NEVER use gasoline to start your barbecue or as a cleaner or solvent.

In case of major spills – Get out and stay out!

Clear people from the area immediately.

Open exterior doors and windows to ventilate the area.

Call the fire department from a neighbour’s phone.

Do not operate light switches, electrical appliances or any other source of sparks.

Call your local fire department if you have questions concerning the safe storage and use of gasoline.

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Burn Permits

As of April 1, to October 31, you are required to have a buring permit if you are planning on doing any day burning.
These can be picked up at 33 Chemaushgon Road (Bancroft Hall) or at your Municipal Office.
For more information on if a permit is required please call 613-332-2442